Engineering Ops Director: Lead MEP & Asset Performance

CBRE Group, Inc.; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Ops Director to lead a team responsible for optimizing MEP performance and maintaining continuity to ensure high-quality facility operations.

The role sits within Engineering and Technical Services, focusing on support, preventive maintenance, and repairs across properties. The position requires overseeing budgets, contractor engagement, staff coaching, and cross-functional leadership to deliver reliable, cost-effective facilities outcomes in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing performance.
• Proven ability to develop and manage budgets and staffing plans.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a business unit's financial performance.
• Approve hiring contractors and subcontractors based on need and bidding procedures.
• Direct daily operation of facility controls and asset management systems.
• Approve annual operating budgets.
• Provide formal supervision, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Coordinate and manage daily activities, set schedules and deadlines.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to drive performance and improvements.
• Negotiate with external partners and vendors to reach outcomes.
• Manage Class A and High-Rise buildings.

Skills

Staff management

Leadership

Budget management

Contract negotiation

Facilities management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Ops Director to lead a team responsible for optimizing MEP performance and maintaining continuity to ensure high-quality facility operations.

The role sits within Engineering and Technical Services, focusing on support, preventive maintenance, and repairs across properties. The position requires overseeing budgets, contractor engagement, staff coaching, and cross-functional leadership to deliver reliable, cost-effective facilities outcomes in a dynamic